Sr. Commercial General Liability Claims Specialist

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial General Liability Claims Examiner to join their Connecticut claims organization. This individual will manage a portfolio of complex commercial casualty claims throughout the Connecticut region, with exposure to both litigated and non-litigated matters involving premises liability, bodily injury, commercial auto, property damage, and other General Liability losses.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical claims background and be comfortable independently evaluating coverage, assessing exposure, managing litigation, and developing effective resolution strategies on complex files.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a pending of 90-110 Commercial General Liability and Auto claims exposures through investigation, evaluation, litigation, settlement, and closure


• Review policy language and evaluate potential coverage issues on complex claims


• Conduct thorough investigations to determine liability, damages, and overall claim exposure


• Establish and maintain appropriate reserves throughout the life of the claim


• Manage litigated files and partner closely with defense and coverage counsel on case strategy


• Prepare coverage correspondence and other claim-related documentation


• Evaluate complex claims and develop appropriate action plans for resolution


• Prepare and present claim recommendations when additional settlement authority is required


• Identify opportunities for early resolution and negotiate settlements when appropriate


• Maintain timely file documentation, diaries, and claim handling standards

Qualifications:

• 5 - 10+ years of Commercial General Liability claims experience


• Strong experience handling complex and litigated casualty claims


• Experience with premises liability, bodily injury, Commercial Auto, and Property Damage exposures


• Active Connecticut Adjuster License required


• Strong coverage analysis and litigation management experience


• Ability to effectively manage and provide direction to defense counsel


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Strong negotiation, investigation, and claims resolution skills

Salary/Benefits:

• $100,000 – $130,000+ annual base salary, depending on experience


• Lucrative bonus opportunity


• Comprehensive Employer-paid Health Insurance plans (No cost to Employee)


• Flexible schedule with remote work capabilities


• Employer-matching 401(k)


• Generous PTO plan